June 30, 2020 | Safe Returns: Oregon’s Back-to-School Plan 101
On June 30th, 2020, a panel of state and district officials explored the details of new guidance for schools under Read more
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June 23, 2020 | Breaking Through: Novel Treatments for Depression and Anxiety
Depression and anxiety are on the rise but front-line treatments aren’t always effective. Explore emerging approaches to mental health care Read more
June 10, 2020 | Sustaining Oregon’s Telehealth Gains Through COVID-19 and Beyond
COVID-19 drove a meteoric rise in clinics offering telehealth services, with many success stories around the state. Maintaining this progress Read more
May 29, 2020 | No Room at the Inn: Tackling Oregon’s Inpatient Mental Health Care Crisis
Oregonians in mental health crises face long wait times for inpatient mental health care— often in hospital emergency rooms and Read more
May 7, 2020 | Unsheltered: Exploring Metro’s $250 Million Ballot Measure for Homeless Services
Portland metro voters will decide on May 19th whether to fund enhanced homeless services by levying new taxes on businesses Read more
April 22, 2020 | Home Alone: Combating Social Isolation, Anxiety, and Depression during COVID-19
The COVID-19 quarantine poses mental health risks from social isolation and fear. Hear from nationally renowned speakers about strategies for Read more
April 1, 2020 Event Video | COVID-19: Oregon Strikes Back
The Oregon Health Forum’s first ever virtual event will feature local experts discussing actions they are taking to contain the Read more
February 19, 2020: Oregon Struggles Amid Drug and Alcohol Addiction Crisis, Experts Say
Oregon has one of the highest drug and alcohol addiction rates in the country. But the solutions will not come
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January 22, 2020: Legislative Session Will Be Short But Not All Sweet
The Oregon Legislature will hold a short session this year, with fewer bills on the table than last year. But
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December 12, 2019: Schools Need More Mental Health Resources
Mass shootings tend to dominate the headlines when it comes to trauma in schools. But many children also struggle with
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